1.1. Read the user manual ELIET machines are designed for safe and reliable use if they are operated in accordance with the instructions provided. Carefully read these operating instructions before using the machine. Failure to do so may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment.
Welcome to the family of ELIET users. We thank you for the trust that you have placed in ELIET and we are convinced that you have purchased the very best machine. The operating life of your ELIET machine depends on how you care for your machine.
Safety symbols ELIET cannot anticipate every situation in which a risk or danger can occur. As such, the warn- ings in this operating manual and the labels on the machine are not comprehensive. Although minimal, some risk will always remain. If you apply a working method, operation or technique as the operator of the machine that is not explicitly recommended by ELIET, ensure in any case that this will not present a danger for third parties.
Main machine parts To fully understand the content of this operating manual, you need to be familiar with the ter- minology used for the descriptions. This chapter refers to a broad range of machine parts and identifies their names. We recommend that you take the time to know your machine prior to use for a better understanding of the descriptions provided in this operating manual.
6.2. Engines 6.0hp HONDA GP200 1. Throttle 6.5hp HONDA GX200 2. Petrol for UK (gas for US) cap 3. Air filter 4. Spark plug 5. Choke 6. Oil drainage plug 7. Fuel valve 8. Recoil starter handle 9. Petrol for UK (gas for US) tank 10.
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RIGHT FRONT For your information: Your ELIET dealer remains at your service for any main- tenance or advice, so that your ELIET machine is always in perfect condition. You can contact the latter for original ELIET replacement parts and lubricants at any time.
Safety instructions 7.1. Safety messages The safety messages are clearly indicated on the machine with stickers or relief pictograms. Please take note of the symbols and warning messages displayed.
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European machinery directive. Please note: If due to cleaning or use, safety stickers or parts displaying safety information have been damaged, removed or become illegible, they must be replaced immediately. Stickers and parts can be obtained from your authorised ELIET dealer.
7.2. Safety features Clutch handle: Releasing the clutch handle disengages the blade drive from the engine, causing the blade axle to come to a stop. Steel compartment and mud flap: The blades are encapsulated in a firm steel compartment; together with the mud flap it stops moss, grass and pebbles from flying up.
• If the instructions stated in this manual are not clear to you, do not hesitate to contact your ELIET dealer for further explanation. In addition, the ELIET help desk is at your service during office hours to answer any questions you may have (EU +32 56 77 70 88).
When crossing larger distances on a hard surface, the engine must be turned off as well. For your information: ELIET declines all liability for damage resulting from improper blade settings or damage to buried objects. • All animals must be removed from the working area.
Never allow third parties to come within a 10 m radius of the machine. • ELIET advises against lending the machine to others. Should this nonetheless be the case, the machine should only be lent to persons who are familiar with it. Always make sure that the user is aware of the potential hazards and ensure that he/she reads the manual before using the machine.
7.3.5. Danger zone Warning: never lift up the rubber mud flap while working. This will eliminate the protection against projection and could lead to the risk of damage or injury. The image below shows the position of the operator and the machine's danger zone: Operators’...
This can be ordered as an option. (order number: BE 412 410 000) • If parts require replacement due to wear or failure, always contact your ELIET dealer and request original ELIET replacement parts. This is important for your own safety (find an official ELIET dealer near you at www.eliet.eu)
• Before opening the packaging, check that the information on the label affixed to the box cor- responds to what is stated on the delivery slip and to what was ordered. • In the event of discrepancy, contact the ELIET representative immediately to report this. • After checking the packaging, the machine should be unpacked: •...
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• Take everything out of the box. • Cut open the side of the box where the front wheels are located. • Once the cardboard has been cut open, fold it over to push the machine out of the box via this opening.
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5. Once this has been fitted, push the right handlebar a little to the left so that the tube end can be positioned below the protruding edge of the compartment. 6. Slide the right axle journal through the hole provided in the right flank. If this axle journal sticks out from the compartment, slide over the pinion there and secure it with a Beta pin.
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The clutch rod supplied has an S-connector on each side. First, attach the rod to the lever of the engine plate’s tilting mechanism. 8. Next, attach the rod to the clutch handle. 9. Now place the upper handlebar on top of the lower handlebar. To do so, place the 4 M6 x 35 bolts with pinions into the holes provided.
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10. Next, attach the cover’s chain to the lower handlebar’s hook. Choose the link that ensures the cover hangs only a few centimetres(1/4”) above the ground when the handlebar is at rest.
• The dealer must check that all safety features work perfectly. • The dealer will set the correct work depth. (read § 9.2.1; page 26) Every ELIET dealer is re- sponsible for a long operating life of the ELIET machine. They will ensure full lubrication of the machine before delivering it to the end user.
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Please note: The dealer must point out that the new owner should register their machine at www.eliet.eu to maintain their right to the warranty. The dea- ler must ensure that the warranty card is filled out and signed. This is to avoid...
Operating instructions 9.1. Preliminary checks Caution: Before commencing work, it is recommended to get into the habit of checking the following points: Checklist • Check the machine’s hours of operation and compare this number with the maintenance table. (read § 11.2; page 41) •...
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Remark: Check beforehand that the machine does not have bent blades. If a bent blade is detect- ed, a pair of pliers can be used to straighten it, so that it is aligned again with the other blades. Caution: First switch off the engine and check that the blades have come to a standstill before setting the work depth.
• Clean off the area around the petrol cap and remove it. Do not fill the tank completely. Fill up to approximately 10 millimetres (3/8”) from the brim. In other words, never fill it to the brim. • Always use a funnel or a spout for refuelling. Special funnels are available from your ELIET dealer.
9.4. Preparing the work site • Never work when light intensity is below 500 Lux. • Besides the machine, the work area must also meet certain conditions which must be verified prior to starting the work: • Examine the work area and remove any objects from the lawn before commencing the work. Objects may include, among other things: metal, stone, plastic, pvc, bones, rope;...
For your information: the procedure to start the engine can vary per brand. Please check your engine manual. The chapter § 6 ‘Main machine parts’ contains the various models. If this has not been done when going through the checklist, always check the engine for ade- quate oil and fuel levels before starting it.
• Once the engine is running, it is recommended to allow it to warm up. This is to allow the engine to run at maximum efficiency. Warning: Never tilt the machine forward over the front wheels. This may inad- vertently engage the blades. 9.6.2.
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Follow the procedure below to change direction or to cross small distances (paths or terraces): • Release the clutch handle. • Push the handlebar down slightly to lift the blades off the ground. The blades should be lifted approximately 3 to 4cm or 2” from the surface. When the blades are still, the machine can be lifted a little higher if necessary.
Please note: machine maintenance such as cleaning should only be carried out when the engine is turned off. ELIET recommends cleaning the machine after each use. We recommend performing an inspection each time you clean the machine to check component and machine integrity. This allows timely inter- vention and prevention of any defects.
Any necessary replacement and/or repair works must be undertaken immediately. Ask your au- thorised ELIET dealer for all repairs. (find an authorised ELIET dealer near you at www.eliet.eu) 9.9. Lawn treatment after dethatching After dethatching, it is essential to thoroughly remove the raked moss to avoid it from reatta- ching to the soil.
9.10. Fault diagnosis 9.10.1. The engine fails to start after periods of inactivity. If the machine fails to start up after periods of inactivity, then this could be the result of any of the following causes: a. Lack of petrol UK (gas for USA) b.
(read § 11.4.2; page 42) , the oil safety system may be disengaged temporarily. Do not forget to switch it back on afterwards. Neither ELIET, nor the engine manufacturer, shall accept warranty claims based on a lack of oil in the machine.
If neither of the aforementioned checks identifies the cause, the problem could be more technical in nature. A defect in the engine or a problem with the carburetor could be the issue. For assistance with these problems, please visit your authorised ELIET dealer or an authorised service centre for the engine brand.
10. Transporting the machine • To move the machine, push the handlebar down slightly to lift the blades from the surface. • The engine must be turned off if the machine is moved for transport. • Only adults are permitted to move or transport the machine. •...
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For your information: Machine breakage or defects resulting from incompetent operation are excluded from the warranty conditions. • Make sure the machine is securely tied down to the vehicle during transport. Attach ropes to the fixed chassis parts to secure the machine. •...
(find an authorised ELIET dealer near you at www.eliet.eu). Your ELIET dealer is at your service for maintenance and advice at all times. They stock original ELIET replacement parts and lubri- cants. Their staff can always obtain advice and service from ELIET’s help desk in order to provide you with an impeccable after-sales service.
11.2. Periodic maintenance schedule a. Routine check prior to any operation on page 42 • Visual check of the state of the machine. (read § 11.4.1; page 42) • Checking and topping up the engine's oil level. (read § 11.4.2; page 42) •...
• If problems are found, make the necessary repairs first. Consult your authorised ELIET service centre for assistance if necessary or to obtain spare parts. Find an ELIET service centre near you at www.eliet.eu. 11.4.2. Checking and topping up the engine's oil level If the oil level in the engine drops below a certain level, the engine will automatically switch off.
Please note: Bear in mind that it will take a while for the oil to fully descend into the crankcase. Make sure you leave small intervals when filling the oil so that the dipstick gives the correct oil level reading. Oil shortages cause severe, irreparable engine damage.
Please note: Tilting the machine can lead to petrol seepage from the tank. Prior to lubricating the bearings they must be cleared from old lubricant and deposits. Cleaning spray aimed at the bearings and in the bearing joints will do the job easily. ELIET recommends NOVATIO KLEENSPRAY-S.
• Remove the machine from its maintenance support and place it on flat ground. • Refill the engine with fresh 4 stroke oil. For this, ELIET recommends using high-quality oil with a high detergent level: SUNOCO DENALUBE SAE 20W50 API SF / CC.
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Please note: When adjusting the belt tension the engine must be turned off and the spark plug cap removed. Wearing gloves is obligatory whenever contact with the drive components could occur. To reach the attachment bolts for the cover, tilt the scarifier by pressing the handlebar against the ground.
The slots in the cover provide some play to avoid contact. • Reposition the machine on all four wheels. 11.5.4. Checking and/or replacing the spark plug ELIET suggests the following spark plugs: Honda GP 200 - 6 hp BPR6ES (NGK) Honda GX 200 - 6.5 hp...
11.6.1. Replacing the air filter This procedure is exactly the same as for cleaning the air filter. (read § 11.4.3; page 43) New, suitable air filters are available from your ELIET dealer or an authorised service centre of the relevant engine brand.
11.6.3. Replacing the blades The blades are self-sharpening; they don’t require sharpening. • Blade replacement is required when the blades are fully worn. • We strongly recommend NOT to replace only one or just a few bla- des since this interferes with a uniform operation of the machine across the entire width.
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For your information: All original parts are available from your authorised ELIET dealer. • A fixed blade can be ordered using the number BU 402 100 201 (E501 - 18 pcs.) and BU 402 100 202 (E750 - 25 pcs.).
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Double Cut blades: • Ensure that the blade tips correspond to their spinning direction. • Two adjacent blades are always offset at 60 degrees. • Replace the end piece. Ensure that the six sided locking washer is well positioned in the recess for the tailpiece, so that it presses well against the blades and spacing rings when tightened.
When replacing the Loose Blades, these bushes must be replaced at the same time. They come supplied with a blade set. E501 (ordering code: BU 402 200 102) E750 (ordering code: BU 402 200 103) For your information: All original parts are available from your authorised ELIET dealer.
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• Next, replace the blade with the steel bush on the blade plate. Take care with the direction the blades are fitted (see image). • Place the M8 bolts in the blade holder such that the nut is always located on the side of the drive t.
12. Option (E501) Foldable handlebar If a machine often needs to be transported in vehicles with limited storage space, there is a hand- lebar that can quickly fold up without the need for tools. The handlebar also consists of the following components: •...
• To avoid rust on the machine, touch up all chipped areas or treat them with anti-rust grease. Original paints/enamels in the appropriate colours are available from your ELIET dealer. • Store the machine in a cool, dry place, away from possible rain. If necessary, cover it with a tarpaulin.
15. EC Declaration of Conformity Machine: ..............................Scarifier Type: ..............................ELIET E501 Model number: MA 008 020 231 ............Fixed blades 6.0hp Honda GP200 Model number: MA 008 020 206 ............Fixed blades 6.5hp Honda GX200 Model number: MA 008 030 206 ............Loose blades 6.5hp Honda GX200 Model number: MA 008 040 206 ..........Double Cut...
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PrEN 13684 Garden equipment - Pedestrian controlled lawn aerators and scarifiers - Safety DIN 33402: Body measures The ELIET machine factory hereby declares that after performing a hazard analysis, it is fully aware of the potential hazards and risks associated with the machine. Based upon this know- ledge, the necessary steps have been taken in line with Machine Directive 2006/42/EC in order to ensure full operator safety when the machine is used correctly.
At ELIET, the design and production of our products are subject to strict quality rules. The purpose of these rules is to guarantee a long service life and permanent safety. That is why ELIET is happy to repair any hidden defects or faults during the whole run-in period (i.e. the warranty period) free of charge, provided the prescribed procedure is followed.
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In addition, the enclosed registration card must be completed on the day of purchase. The first part of the card has to be returned to ELIET within one month. The customer is required to keep all remaining parts of the card along with the purchase invoice for the duration of the warranty period.
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